Simvastatin Prescribing at BLACKTHORN
Lipid-regulating drugs | Cardiovascular System
Items (12m)
888
Total Quantity
32.5K
NHS Cost
£927
vs National Avg
-47.9%
BLACKTHORN prescribed 888 items of Simvastatin over the last 12 months at a cost of £927 to the NHS. This is 47.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Simvastatin is classified under Lipid-regulating drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
73
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 888 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 32,452 |
| Total NHS Cost | £927 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -47.9% |
Simvastatin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 888 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 1,704 items |
| Difference | -47.9% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.